Highland Council shortlisted for three national awards

The Highland Council has been shortlisted for three awards at the 2025 APSE Service Awards.

The awards are specific to frontline services provided by UK local authorities and celebrate excellence in local public services.

The nominations include:

• Best Service Team: Parks, Grounds and Horticultural
• Best Service Team: Technical Services
• Best Community and Neighbourhood initiative for the Burnside Play Area Project

Debbie Sutton, Chief Officer - Operations and Maintenance, said: “This is a wonderful achievement for our Operations and Maintenance team which celebrates the team’s hard work and commitment to providing a high standard of public services for our local communities. I wish the team well at the awards ceremony later in the year.”

Winners will be announced at the APSE Annual Charity Awards Dinner in Glasgow on Thursday 11 September 2025, where the awards will be agreed by a panel of expert judges.

Speaking about the Awards, Mo Baines, APSE Chief Executive, said:" With reorganisation on the horizon for many councils and increased discussions around greater devolution for local government across the UK, these awards are an opportunity to acknowledge the dedication of our frontline service teams and their tireless work to support and improve their local communities. Through innovation and tenacity, you continue to strive for excellence even in difficult circumstances. Congratulations to all the finalists, we look forward to seeing you in Glasgow!”

The Association for Public Service Excellence (APSE) is a not-for-profit local government body working with over 300 councils throughout the UK to promote excellence in public services.